Multi-Dimensional Role of Transformational Leadership on the Staff Motivation of Higher Education Institutions in Oman

Abstract

The current research aims to assess the multi-dimensional role of transformational leadership on the staff motivation in the higher education institutions in Oman. Four dimensions of transformational leadership such as individualized characteristics, Intellectual Stimulation, idealized influencing and inspiring motivations were conceptualised. Data was collected from 391 participants from the higher education institutions in Muscat. Using SmartPLS 3.3.2, data was analysed by employing structural equational modelling. The findings revealed that all four dimensions of transformational leadership, individualized characteristics, Intellectual Stimulation, idealized influencing and inspiring motivations have significant impact on the staff motivation. The study contributed to the body of knowledge by examining multidimensional role of transformational leadership on staff motivation. To the best of our knowledge, no such study has been conducted and the current study is one of its own kind.